CAC TRIPHALA CHURNA

This churna is an ancient herbal formulation that is made by mixing equal part of three herbs Haritaki, bibhitaki and amlaki. These ingredients have potent anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory , anti-microbial and carminative properties thus are very beneficial for digestive system, helps in abdominal bloating, flatulence and also helps to maintain healthy bowel . This churna is Tridosha Hara and is used to detoxify body thus improves the immune system. It is prescribed for treating gastric distress, fatigue, constipation, pneumonia, piles etc.

INGREDIENTS OF CAC TRIPHALA CHURNA :

Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) : It is natural laxative as it contain chemical compound tannin which have laxative properties It is also loaded with fibers that also prevent constipation . Consuming harad powder with warm water at night helps to relieve Due to its Carminative nature it facilitate the breakdown of food in small particles and increase the secretion of digestive juices thus enhancing essential nutrition absorption in intestines. It also eliminate the toxins from the body and maintain healthy digestive system.Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica): It facilitates in breakdown of food particles in stomach and intestine by stimulating the secretion of digestive juices and improve absorption of nutrients thus helps to reduce bloating, abdominal distension and gaseous cramps. It helps to stimulate the secretion of bile juice by livers that in turn act on peristalsis movements of intestine and helps in smooth passing out of fecal matter .Amlaki (Emblica officinalis) : It is rich in fibers thus helps to regulate bowel movement and improve digestive problems like diarrhea or constipation. It helps to regulate gastric juices production which in turn speeds up digestion and absorption of foods. : It is a rich source of vitamin-C that helps to improve body immunity. Vitamin-C a known antioxidant decrease cell damage and helps to reduce inflammation.

USES OF CAC TRIPHALA CHURNA :

ConstipationImmunity boosterIndigestionReduces blood glucose levelAnti-agingHair fall and graying of hairsImproves visionAntioxidantAnti-InflammatoryAnti-bacterialImproves oral and digestive healthSupports skin healingHelps in Stomach ulcersHelps in Arthritis and goutLowers stress and anxietyBloatingDigestive disorderPilesPromote general wellbeing of the patient

COMPARED TO CAC TRIPHALA CHURNA THE ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART IS LACTITOL

Lactitol comes under the class of drugs called as Osmotic laxative. It is helpful in prevention and treatment of constipation. It is administered orally and have average half-life of lactitol is 2.4 hours. It is usually taken at bed time as it take 6 to 8 hours to show effect.

Mechanism of Action :

It tends to create a hyper-osmotic environment in the intestine that helps to draw water into the small intestine thus helps to loosen the stools and facilitates the bowel movement.

It is available in market under the brand name :

GutclearTotalax NFLacsypEncelaxOsmitolLactihepTorrelax

SIDE-EFFECT :

ChillsLoss of voiceStuffy or runny noseBody aches or painEar congestionHeadacheSneezingSore throatNervousnessSlow or fast heartbeatSore throatBlurred visionPounding in earsDizzinessCoughDiarrheaBloatingPressure in stomachHives, rash, itchingFeverNauseaSwelling of face, eye or inside of nose